Chapter 107: A Precarious Calm

The atmosphere was strange—supposedly warm and lively, yet something felt off.

Xu Mengdie had just acted as if nothing happened, even delivering a classic tsundere opening to break the ice.

But Chu Huaizhou couldn’t shake the chill running down his spine.

Xia Baiqian, seemingly unfazed by what had just occurred, walked over and linked arms with Xu Mengdie, sitting down between them.

With a cheerful smile, she began offering thanks and praise.

Xu Mengdie knew she was a bit of a flirt, but had no idea about her feelings toward her own brother. She simply felt awkward and went along with the chat.

Bai Li, on the other hand, cautiously lifted her front paw and moved forward in an excruciatingly slow catwalk.

Her pink paw pads touched the ground silently. With every step, she glanced at Xia Baiqian, and only when the latter wasn’t looking did she take another step forward.

This cycle repeated, turning a distance of just a few meters into a nerve-wracking minefield.

Chu Huaizhou’s heart nearly melted at the sight. He wanted to walk over and pick her up.

But instinct told him it was best not to, or something unimaginable would happen.

He had no choice. His disciples were like wolves and tigers, forcing him to tread carefully.

His eldest and second disciples flanked him, leaving only the half-baked Bai Li standing guard.

And his sister… she was too far away to help.

He sighed. When would this ever end?

Come back! My third disciple!!!

In Chu Huaizhou’s memory, Meng Yinlu was an adorable, emotionless, and pure beauty.

According to Qingqiu, she now ran an organization called the Listening Snow Pavilion, an assassination group that only killed bad people.

So now she was a cute, emotionless killer—still his sweet little girl, no doubt.

Bai Li persevered, inching forward until she reached Chu Huaizhou’s feet.

Then, as if finding a sanctuary, she shot up like a white streak.

She landed steadily in his arms, her nine tails curling up, her front paws tugging at his sleeve, shrinking into a fluffy white ball.

[Human! Listen to me, Little Bai Qian seems to have been poisoned during her fight with Tu Tianxiang.]

[Hmm? Why do you say that? Any evidence?]

[Yes, yes! Just now she asked me how things have been between you and me lately.]

[After I answered a bit, I suddenly sensed her aura become chaotic, meow! Very scary, very terrifying, meow!]

Bai Li recounted what had just happened to Chu Huaizhou in full detail.

After hearing it, Chu Huaizhou helplessly stroked her back, comforting her that it was fine and he would handle it later.

So that’s it. No wonder they barged in directly.

Bai Li still thought that Bai Qian had no feelings for him, right? Just a simple master-disciple relationship?

Speaking of which, she had even forced Little Bai Qian to drop all pretense and reveal her true nature.

What kind of relationship had she imagined between her and Bai Li?

If she ever found out that Qingqiu and he… she’d probably flip the table on the spot.

He knew Little Bai Qian was a yandere, a flirt, and a schemer deep down, but he hadn’t expected her to be so intense.

Chu Huaizhou swallowed hard, silently thinking it was the right decision not to pick up Bai Li.

But the problem was still considerable. He needed to talk about something else to divert attention, or all would be lost.

The strange reaction he had felt in the Nether Sect was still vivid in his mind.

That was unbearable!

And with Bai Li still curled in his arms, if that happened again…

He felt he could leave the Ten Thousand Laws Immortal Sect floating in the sky.

Without using spiritual power or anyone’s help—he’d jump off on his own.

Perhaps because she was in his arms, Chu Huaizhou mustered some courage.

Besides, they had gained a lot from the Nether Sect; now was a good time to talk about it.

“Bai Qian, little sis.”

Chu Huaizhou called out proactively.

The two turned to look at him.

Xia Baiqian: “What is it, Master?”

Chu Huaizhou: “You remember that jade stone that appeared after I killed the parasitic worm with one sword strike in the Nether Sect, right?”

Xia Baiqian: “Mhm, I do. The aura it emitted felt familiar, like I’ve sensed it somewhere before.”

Chu Huaizhou: “That thing seems to be related to my Nine Radiance Profound Abyss Ring.”

Xia Baiqian: “Huh? Huh?!”

It had to be said, this remark was effective. Xia Baiqian’s eyelids lifted, as if a spark lit up in her eyes.

She was genuinely interested now.

She hurried over and intimately wrapped her arm around Chu Huaizhou’s, saying in a sweet, coquettish voice, “Wow, really, Master? Then your ring is going to upgrade again, isn’t it?”

“I’m so envious of you, Master. It’s been so long, and I’m still using the top-grade spiritual treasure you gave me.”

Xu Mengdie also became intrigued, her gaze fixed on the ring Chu Huaizhou wore.

“As expected of a small fry big brother. Small fries always have such good luck, stumbling upon a top-tier item, huh.”

“Oh well, that’s about all a small fry can do~”

Chu Huaizhou felt another surge of irritation, but he held it in. He knew she was just envious.

Without any hesitation, he took off the ancient black-gold ring with star patterns and handed it to her.

“Here, little sis. Look and see what’s different about it?”

“Eh?”

Xu Mengdie was stunned. She hadn’t expected her brother to act so out of character—no snarky comeback. Awkwardly, she said “Thanks” and took it.

As a transmigrator, she naturally knew what this was.

It was the only soul-bound item in the game, so valuable that even after a full playthrough, it would remain in your backpack.

Back then, she and her brother had traveled across mountains and rivers, enduring countless hardships to obtain it.

For years, she had been using the sect’s resources to search for something that could complete the Nine Radiance Profound Abyss Ring.

But unfortunately, the game never mentioned what form the item would take.

Also, it was still early in the game’s story.

Searching was like a blind fly bumping around. She had even started to wonder if the completion item was in the legendary Celestial Realm.

Now her brother claimed that while cleaning up the Nether Sect, he had stumbled upon it by chance.

It felt like all her hard work was for nothing when he could just grab it casually.

“By the way, big brother.”

Xu Mengdie recalled Xia Baiqian’s earlier comment about upgrading again. She was puzzled.

“Why did you say ‘again’? Did you upgrade the ring’s grade once before?”

Chu Huaizhou laughed upon hearing this.

“Ah, that. Because this isn’t the first time I’ve come across a top-tier item.”

“Actually, before we raided the Plague Emperor, I obtained a jade slip at some auction.”

“Wha—what?”

Xu Mengdie’s expression froze, then she began grinding her teeth.

Good luck once was bad enough, but twice in a row? And within less than a month!

“No way! How is my brother so lucky?”

Seeing her like this, Chu Huaizhou’s anger subsided a bit.

He glanced at Xia Baiqian, who was pressed close, rubbing her slightly chubby cheek against his arm while humming a tune.

She sensed his gaze, looked up, and smiled sweetly.

“What is it, Master? Why are you staring at me? Don’t tell me… you want to reward your hardworking disciple?”

Chu Huaizhou: “Ahaha, I—I should give you some rewards, but let’s talk about that later. First, let’s tally up the gains from this trip to the Nether Sect.”

“I can feel that the ring seems to have unlocked a new effect.”

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